According to CPM Constructors of Freeport, the winter storm will delay work to prepare the ramp for closing and equipment setup.

"The contractor plans to close the southbound off-ramp at Exit 52 between 7 and 9 a.m. depending on timeliness and procedures associated with equipment set up," said Dan Morin, spokesman for the Maine Turnpike Authority.

The project to repair the Exit 52 Falmouth Spur Interchange bridge superstructure over the Maine Turnpike will be completed in phases and limit southbound access to and from the Falmouth Spur until the project is completed in November.

Officials said the southbound on-ramp and off-ramp will also be closed for approximately one week in late May or early June.

The southbound off-ramp for traffic exiting the turnpike will close again from late May or early June until major construction activities conclude in November 2013, officials said.

Commuters who currently travel southbound from points north of Exit 52 are encouraged to plan ahead and seek alternate routes, such as taking Exit 45 to get to Interstate 295 from the Maine Turnpike.

The Maine Turnpike Authority is advising drivers to proceed through the work zones with caution, slow down and be alert for construction equipment and personnel.

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